Nature’s invaders: York Regional Forest walk underscores threat of invasive species

DNR identifies invasive mushroom in Michigan forests

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is asking everyone to keep an eye out for a new invasive mushroom that’s been appearing in forests in the state. DNR invasive species spokesperson Joanne Foreman tells us the golden oyster mushroom is quite popular with foodies, explaining how it got here. “It happens to taste really good, and you know as things go when things taste good, people like to bring them to where they live,” Foreman said. Bu…

Nature’s invaders: York Regional Forest walk underscores threat of invasive species

York Region is hosting a free forest walk on Aug. 21 at the Porritt Tract in Stouffville to raise awareness about invasive species like dog strangling vine, which are spreading throughout the York Regional Forest